Description
Sweet Corn Casserole is a comforting and creamy plant-based dish featuring fresh corn kernels blended with creamy (plant-based) cheese and pantry staples. This easy-to-make casserole offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and creamy textures, making it ideal for quick weeknight dinners or feeding a crowd with its versatile flavor and satisfying richness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup creamy (plant-based) cheese
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter, plus extra for greasing
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- Fresh herbs (such as chopped parsley or chives), for garnish
- Spicy additions: finely chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper, to taste
- Additional mix-ins: diced roasted sweet potatoes or bell peppers
- Topping: crushed plant-based crackers or breadcrumbs mixed with a little plant-based butter
- Extra creaminess: mashed avocado or a dollop of cashew cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine fresh corn kernels, creamy (plant-based) cheese, plant-based milk, and plant-based butter. Add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Add the Flour and Natural Gelling Agent: Sprinkle all-purpose flour and natural gelling agent over the wet mixture. Gently fold together to form a smooth, thick batter, ensuring you do not overmix to retain some corn texture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with plant-based butter. Pour in the corn mixture and spread evenly, smoothing the top for uniform baking.
- Bake Until Golden and Set: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 35 to 40 minutes, until edges are golden and the center is firm. Let cool slightly before serving for best texture.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen corn for natural sweetness and juiciness.
- Include apple cider vinegar (natural) to balance richness and brighten flavors.
- Gently fold flour and natural gelling agent to avoid dense texture.
- Allow casserole to rest after baking for easier slicing and serving.
- Experiment with different creamy (plant-based) cheeses to customize flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sweet corn casserole, plant-based cheese, creamy corn dish, vegetarian casserole, gluten-free casserole, easy plant-based meal